Waterfront charm meets practical convenience at Van Riper's Resort where guests find essential amenities including an on-site grocery store and marina access
Van Riper's Resort combines waterfront appeal with practical conveniences that enhance the stay experience. Travelers appreciate having a grocery store and marina within easy reach, while self-parking adds to the hassle-free nature of the property.
Sekiu is home to Van Riper's Resort. Slip Point Lighthouse and Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Makah Cultural and Research Center and Cojones NW. Visit our Sekiu travel guide
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
15 per cent destination fee will be charged.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property is also known as
Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Sekiu
Van Riper's
Van Ripers Hotel
Van Riper's Resort Motel
Van Riper's Resort Sekiu
Van Riper's Resort Motel Sekiu
Frequently asked questions
Is Van Riper's Resort pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Van Riper's Resort?
As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Van Riper's Resort on 15 Mar 2026 start from HK$1,057, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Van Riper's Resort?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Van Riper's Resort?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Van Riper's Resort?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Van Riper's Resort located?
Situated in Sekiu, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Clallam Bay Spit Park, Clallam Bay Spit County Park and Slip Point Lighthouse. Cowan Ranch Heritage Area Farm Site is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
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Reviews
Van Riper's Resort Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Hidden gem near Olympic National Park - very comfortable beds, hot shower, unique location
The only minus - heating was inadequate
Enjoyed our stay of 2 nights very much!
Rather a spartan place but clean and warm-meant for the fishing crowd for sure. Very quiet little place
Leslie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Anntoinette
11 Oct 2025
Disliked: Amenities
The property clearly exists for fishermen. While the owner is very pleasant and chatty about local attractions the property falls short for “sightseers” especially for the price. The walls are very thin and the guests next door checked in after 10pm and stomped and thumped around and I could easily make out their conversation. I will say that the bed was very comfortable!
it was easy to book and the staff let us in late at nite and we fished in the morning and checked out no problem and the manager gave me a great price on the room thanks guys
The room has everything you need with a small refrigerator, kitchen, and smart TV. The views are beautiful from the room. They also have great customer service!
Property is set in a quaint town with very nice and hospitable people. The view from our unit was spectacular. Looking at the water across to Canada and fishing boats on the water was a very scenic view.
This is basically a fishing community this time of year. Lodging was right at the docks and had a rustic feel of an authentic fishing village. Liked see the boats come and go
Larry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Gay
21 May 2024
Scenery is great. Right on the water, and we saw several bald eagles. Room is rustic with a full kitchen. It was very peaceful, with quiet time at 10:00 pm.
Enjoyed our visit. Beautiful sunrise, fun to watch the fishing boats come and go. We stopped here as a midway point for exploring the peninsula. Value was good, we had a great room upstairs at the end facing marina. Kitchenette that we forgot to prep to use. A fishing town, so not fancy but was comfortable, clean and friendly.
This is a basic hotel with nothing fancy. Our double-bed room had a kitchenette, breakfast table and very small shower. It is in a very small fishing village.
This room is small but cozy. It has a kitchen with everything you need to cook. It is close to the water. We will be back
Eric
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Leslie
28 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Our 2 small rooms (bedroom and kitchenette) were very clean and appeared recently painted/decorated.
Each room has a window; each window looks at another nearby part of the hotel, despite being only 100 feet from the bay. There are few lodging options in the area, outside the summer season. There is also an unexpected "reservation fee." Consider your choices carefully.
Van Riper's is a quaint, older motel used mainly by people staying there on a fishing vacation from what I can tell. The bed was comfortable, it was very quiet overnight, and we had nothing to complain about. It's older, and that shows, but everything worked and it was clean. There's a restaurant just across the road and up a bit, By The Bay Cafe, with astonishingly excellent food. Had one of the best omelettes of my life for breakfast there.
Cindy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Arthur Esteban
12 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our night there, Sekiu was a very cute little town and the marina was nice too.
For what we paid, we wished the kitchen would have been slightly more equipped (bigger bowls, larger pots, drying rack for the dishes).
The room had a light musty smell, maybe airing it out from time to time would help, but maybe that is just part of being located 50 foot from the sea.
The staff was very nice and checkin was easy.
Overall, would have no problem recommending this motel for a short stay.
Arthur Esteban
6/10 Okay
Claudine
19 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We did not see any staff except the maids for about 10 mins. The space was very small, but thats ok. We spent our time sightseeing n just used the space to sleep. The sunrise n sunset views are beautiful n majestic. Everything around this small town closed really early, around 5:00pm. Get everything you need before then or bring it with you. The best thing is it is right next to the water.
Claudine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
17 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very clean & cozy
I was hesitant when we pulled up to the property. It's older and it a little fishing bay. But the room was VERY clean, and I am picky about cleanliness. It's older, so there is rust and weird caulk in places but it was so clean. It is also really cozy. I wanted to go somewhere else with a bigger bed for me, my husband, but it was fine. The TV is in the kitchen, so no watching TV in bed, but it was really nice to be at a place that felt comfy. I would stay here again.
Really impressed with this little property.
Pros:
- Room had everything we needed.
- Includes a little kitchen with dishes and everything. I can see this being a little home away from home for fishermen or others.
- Great price.
- Location was perfect for what we needed for a road trip through the Olympic Penisula - centrally located.
Cons:
- It got really hot in the room. We kept all the windows open in the room and just kept our curtains closed the entire time. That made it better but still quite toasty.
- No tub, just a shower - The shower also had a leaky faucet so we had to be creative with how to deal with the drippy drippy water noise.
Yuchen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Brad
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: unbeatable location for the harbor, clean bedding, helpful staff. Cons: decor and room fixtures appear original from the 1960s–70s (compact kitchenette, older bathroom), which we found uncomfortable at the rate we paid. There were very few photos online — I’d recommend the host post recent images and clarify which rooms are renovated. Helpful for: fishermen or guests seeking a no-frills stay. Not ideal for: travelers seeking modern ‘coastal charm.’ I expected a lot more charm for the rate I paid.
This property was great unless you have kids. We had a 2y/o and everyone there was up at 4am yelling and stomping around and the floors were paper thin. The people above us woke up fighting and then loud trucks at 5am it was awful. But very clean hotel.